Cameron
Highlands is
Malaysia's premier hill resort and the largest of them all. Low
temperatures all year round allow terraced flower gardens,
strawberry farms, tea plantations, orchards and vegetable gardens.
Cabbages, tomatoes, carrots, green peppers and lettuce supplied by
the plantations in Cameron have earned it the title "Green Bowl
of Malaysia".
Tucked
away serenely amidst the clouds 1,829 metres above sea level, the
cool fresh air on the highlands offers an attractive retreat for
city dwellers who want to retreat temporarily from the noise and
pollution in the city.
The
cool, frost-free climate is also an ideal and excellent condition
for the cultivation of tea. Tea cultivated on Cameron Highlands
is among some of the best tea found in the country. Verdant green
hillsides planted with young tea plant greet you as you drive slowly
up the meandering road to the three townships of Ring let, Tanah
Rata and Brinchang. The fresh mountain air will reveal just how
prestige this mountain top gateway is, especially for those who
want to unwind and relax amongst the cool serenity of the highlands.
First
discovered in 1885 by a British surveyor William Cameron, the fame
of Cameron Highlands grew during the colonial era when British Planters
realised the potential of its fertile mountain slopes for growing
tea, then a prized commodity among the colonies.
Families
of these Britishers stationed in Malaya at the time also took to
hills in a respite from the hot weather and rubber plantations.
Some of the bungalows left behind are still being preserved for
viewing by tourist, with a few facilities added for the conveniences
of visitors.
Since
then, Cameron Highlands, with its cool temperate surroundings has
developed into a favoured getaway among honeymooning couples as
the beauty and tranquility of this captivating plateau has cast
its spell of enchantment over locals and visitors alike.
Blue
skies, clear streams and profusion of colourful flowers add to the
splendour of this magnificent holiday site. Truely, a visit to Pahang
would not be complete without a trip up to Cameron Highlands.
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